Frieren Is the Anti–Solo Leveling and That’s Its Strength
Enthusiasts of anime frequently find themselves debating the merits of “Frieren” and “Solo Leveling”, particularly following Crunchyroll’s naming of the latter as Anime of the Year. However, even with this seemingly unfavorable outcome, an increasing number of fans maintain that “Frieren” surpasses “Solo Leveling” in terms of plot depth, character growth, and emotional storytelling. It is this unique contrast to “Solo Leveling” that endows “Frieren” with a robust narrative foundation and lasting allure.